Livable Communities Toolkits & Resources
The Livability Index is a tool of the AARP Livable Communities program, which supports the efforts of citizens, elected officials, planners, business leaders and others to create great neighborhoods, towns, cities, suburbs, and rural areas for people of all ages. In order to help communities become more livable, we offer these resources to assist you. Note that categories of livability are interdependent; therefore, many of our resources cover more than one topic. Icons indicate the livability topics included in a given link.
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Neighborhood
Livability touches upon many aspects of community life from healthy food to neighborhood design. Learn more about community livability here.
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Transportation
In livable communities people can get where they need to go in many ways: walking, driving, bike or bus. Learn more about transportation policies here.
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Environment
To become more livable communities can take steps to mitigate and recover from the impacts of natural disasters. Learn more about the AARP Disaster Recovery Tool Kit here.
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Engagement
Livable communities are successful when everyone can actively participate in civic and social activities. Learn more here.
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Opportunity
Livable communities benefit local business and provide educational opportunities to community members regardless of age. Learn more here.
